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Many family-owned businesses feel like a recession has started already, due to rising material and energy costs, continued labor shortages coupled with wage increases, and other factors. Whether heading towards a recession or not, companies should consider a combination of internally focused cost cutting and operating improvement measures, as well ...

On August 24, 2022, the California Attorney announced a settlement with Sephora, Inc. that included a fine of $1.2 million for alleged violations of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). The settlement is important because it makes clear that the use of analytics, advertising cookies, and other automatic data collection technologies are ...

The college admissions world is constantly changing. In this webcast, Lindsay and Olivia of LogicPrep discuss recent admissions trends, the different types of test-optional policies, and what parts of your application matter most to colleges right now.

It's no secret that cryptocurrency markets and the larger digital assets economy have been roiled by recent instability, resulting in discussions about how regulatory initiatives, rising inflationary pressure, and public adoption trends will affect industry participants long term. To help navigate this challenging environment, a collection of ...

Transformation is not a new idea in the world of family businesses, but it has taken on a new meaning in the post-pandemic environment that has challenged the old way of thinking. Recognizing the need to transform, family businesses are keeping their minds open and turning emerging trends into the drivers of their future growth and success.

ChatGPT and other generative AI tools are expanding and changing the way work is done. From a legal perspective, there are issues to consider when it comes to using generative AI in the workplace. Some of those issues were clear after two lawyers did an experiment testing ChatGPT’s ability to write a blog post on a legal topic.

Given the distress in the financial system and high-profile bank failures, many emerging companies may be asking themselves: “Why am I holding so much cash?” The Investment Company Act of 1940 may be to blame.

The rapid downfall of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) set off a wave of uncertainty and fear in the markets. Actions have been taken to provide relief for SVB depositors and the global markets, including the FDIC taking control of the bank. Although SVB was unique, the potential ripple effects both to the economy and the banking sector are meaningful.&nb...

The Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) collapse marks the largest receivership since Washington Mutual failed in 2008. While the FDIC and the Treasury Department have since stepped in to ensure that all deposits are protected, this episode is an opportunity for corporate directors and officers to reassess their current risks relating to cash management and ...

As a general counsel in the Family Office space, Nate Christensen speaks on the growth of direct investing by family offices, the competitive advantages and challenges for them, and advice for family office offices and those working with them. Nate also shares thoughts on how family offices are leveraging their own edge in direct investing. Hear mo...

While investor attention is on the Fed, changes at the Bank of Japan might bring shifts to the economic environment, impacting the global markets.

With the shift moving away from a fear-based approach to a more positive paradigm, Wealth 3.0 presents the way forward in the wealth advising community. In practice, Wealth 3.0 empowers family clients to work together toward the creative possibilities their wealth and business can offer. Here are some of the practical shifts in mindset and practice...

Deal-making has been up and down in the M&A market from 2020 to today, creating a state of uncertainty against the backdrop of rising interest rates, inflation, and geopolitical strife that continues to roil the economy and markets. But with plenty of dry powder available, deals are expected to return to more normal pre-pandemic levels in 2023....

As traditional oil and gas companies face a range of challenges, including the emergence of alternative and renewable technologies, investors must find new ways to navigate the energy transition. For large-scale investors like endowments and foundations, investing in energy is both a challenge and an opportunity that demands a whole new approach.

Trinity Davis and Tom Aldrich discuss digital executive protection and how to navigate the digital space in today's every changing landscape.